Expressing. I just cant seem to do it. :(

[black_rose]

I would recommend the Medela swing too, I used it with all three kids after first using an avent one there was a big difference.

[AliBaby]

Thanks for all of your suggestions.

I tried pumping this morning and after 5minutes of pumping I finally felt a let down. I only got 80mls though. I was happy that I at least got something and that my pump is working, it is just that my breasts don't want to seem to give up the milk.

I cant afford an electric pump so I will check out all the tips for trouble shooting expressing. Thanks so much for all of your advice.

[onthefly]

80ml is a great performance, well done boobs!
If you find a few tricks that work, with a bit of time you'll be able to train your boobs to letdown for the pump without dramas.

[Barb Glare]

He’s 5 mnths old now? You have to get canny when expressing for an older baby. Supply has regulated to meet his demand. In the early days most mothers have an oversupply and expressing can be relatively easy. But then your body realises it’s not making milk for the whole neighbourhood and calms it down.

Best tips for expressing - do it when you are full. Your milk lets down quicker when you are full. No point expressing after a feed - he just drank it all! Yes, feeding on one side and expressing the other is a good idea and will usually work. If you hare going back to work it is worth investing in a good pump. It’s like vaccuum cleaners - you could vaccuum the whole house with the carpet sweeper or the dust buster - but most of us want the dyson. Electric pumps are not all made the same - you get what you pay for. The medela freestyle is fabulous - I wouldn’t go below a swing.